The Elbaf arc continues to unveil hidden layers of world history. Chapter 1181 has left the community stunned with a flashback showing Imu and Joy Boy laughing together. Until now, an eternal hatred between the two was assumed, but this scene suggests a more complex prior relationship, adding an unexpected twist to the series' central conflict.
A flashback that rewrites the technological narrative of the Void Century 🤯
This brief memory not only humanizes Imu but also raises questions about the technology and alliances of the Void Century. If Imu and Joy Boy shared moments of camaraderie, what event fractured their bond? The flashback shows an environment with ancient artifacts, possibly linked to the energy of Pluton or the Uranus weapon. The narrative suggests that the conflict was not ideological but personal, which would change the interpretation of the Poneglyphs and the will of D.
Imu and Joy Boy: the best friendship that ended in civil war 😅
So, the most feared villain in the world and the first pirate were laughing buddies. Their fallout was probably over something silly, like who got the last sake or because Joy Boy didn't return a DVD. The truth is that now Luffy carries the debt of a broken friendship. Good thing the straw hat doesn't hold grudges... or does it.